Currently HBOT is not approved for TBI by Federal agencies including the Veterans Administration or other insurance agencies. Five states have approved this therapy (Arizona, Indiana, Kentucky, Oklahoma and Texas). Thirteen other states are in the process of developing similar legislation.

Virtually 100% of donations will be used for veteran treatment. HAV has no overhead costs at present, as all Board members and staff are volunteers. Once the number of veterans treated increases, there will be overhead costs to manage the operation. Our goal is that overhead costs not exceed 10% of donations.

For mild Traumatic Brain Injuries (mTBI) HAV provides free Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) combined with a nutritional program to help the veteran to heal the injured brain. This type program is standard of care in many countries of the world but has not been approved as yet for use in our VA hospitals. It has over 40 years research backing its proven results.

Yes, HAV has developed a comprehensive network for our veterans. Whereas, HBOT is the only proven therapy to actually heal the brain in cases of TBI, but for conditions with PTSD, other proven adjunctive programs such as Neuro-bio-feedback, Acupuncture, Meditation, Equine Therapy, EMDR, Qigong, Physical conditioning, Yoga and PEMF (Pulsating Electro-Magnetic Frequency), are utilized. All programs are DRUG-FREE, have a PROVEN record of benefits and are performed by professionals with long histories of success.

It has become clear with the cumulative effects of injury of NFL players that untreated TBI leads to increased risks of Dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, ALS and CTE (chronic traumatic encephalopathy). This same correlation is becoming evident in military veterans. This is why it is urgent to treat as soon as possible.

Check out our volunteer page or send an email to Healing Arizona Veterans via the Contact page. You can also call our number with your request: (520) 544-5699

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